2004 Proton 400 vs. 1965 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2004 Proton 400 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Proton 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Proton 400 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Proton 400 should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Proton 400 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1965 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Proton 400 (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Proton 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Proton 400 | 1965 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Proton | Wartburg |
| Model | 400 | 312 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
